2006 Kia Carens vs. 1989 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 745 kg more than 1989 Venturi Coupe.
Because 1989 Venturi Coupe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Venturi Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carens. 2006 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 1989 Venturi Coupe has manual transmission. 1989 Venturi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Carens | 1989 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Kia | Venturi |
| Model | Carens | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
